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Join Our Talent Network – Counter Threat Finance Analyst (Houston, TX)

Houston, TX; Houston; Texas; TX; Houston, Texas; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, inclusion and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.

We’re launching a major new initiative – and we want YOU on the front lines! Our team has secured our recompete of an 8-year contract to support critical Counter-Threat Finance (CTF) operations for U.S. and allied government agencies. This long-term opportunity offers unmatched stability, purpose-driven work, and the chance to directly impact global security.

As a part of this program, you’ll help identify and disrupt illicit financial networks that fund terrorism, counter narcotics operations, organized crime and state-based threats. Whether you’re tracking money flows across borders, conducting deep-dive analysis on high-value targets, or briefing senior leaders, your work directly supports operational success and national defense priorities.

This isn’t just a contract — it’s a commitment to global impact. By joining our talent pipeline, you’ll be among the first to hear about new opportunities to put your skills to work on one of the most critical missions of our time.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct in-depth Counter Threat Finance (CTF) and Threat Finance Intelligence (TFI) analysis to disrupt and dismantle illicit financial activities.
  • Support law enforcement and Department of Defense missions targeting financial networks tied to criminal and national security threats.
  • Create high-quality intelligence products including Action Plans, Target Packages, Analytical Reports, and Executive Briefings.
  • Collaborate across agencies to strengthen information-sharing and provide actionable operational recommendations.
  • Contribute to policy development and program initiatives that shape future strategies.
  • Monitor, assess, and present insights on emerging threats and TFI data to leadership and stakeholders.

What You Bring

  • High School diploma with 10+ years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s/Master’s with 5+ years of experience.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
  • Background in Counter Threat Finance, Counter Narcotics, Counterterrorism—and familiarity with intelligence disciplines such as HUMINT, SIGINT, or law enforcement/regulatory investigations.
  • Experience with Bank Secrecy Act reporting mechanisms (e.g., Suspicious Activity Reports).
  • Proficiency using intelligence tools such as Palantir, Google Earth, Analyst Notebook, TAC, DataXplorer, or Voltron Suite.
  • Strong understanding of interagency processes, intelligence oversight, and analytical methodologies.
  • Solid skills in Microsoft Office and data exploitation tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) certification.

This role is an opportunity to be on the front line of financial intelligence—where your analysis drives real-world impact. If you are passionate about uncovering hidden networks and strengthening national security, we’d love to have you on our team.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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